BRICS Parliamentary Forum condemns unilateral sanctions, backs two-state solution to Palestinian conflict

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum has condemned unilateral economic and secondary sanctions contrary to international law, calling for their elimination and warning of their adverse impact on development, health and food security. The forum also expressed concern over escalating tensions in the Middle East and West Asia, called for restraint and diplomacy, and reaffirmed its unwavering support for a peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on a two-state solution. These positions were set out in the joint declaration adopted at the conclusion of the two-day forum in New Delhi on Tuesday. The participating parliaments…